Junior Construction Estimator

Certified Of New York Inc. is a New York-based construction company specializing in high-level hospitality and high-end residential projects. We are looking for a full-time Junior Construction Estimator with at least 2 years of construction estimating experience to help review project documents, prepare cost estimates, request vendor pricing, and support our estimating and project management team.

This is a strong opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, comfortable working with numbers, and interested in growing their estimating career in high-quality residential and hospitality construction.

Compensation

$65,000–$75,000 per year, based on experience Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person, New York, NY Responsibilities: Review project drawings, specifications, scopes of work, photos, and bid documents. Assist with preparing construction cost estimates and proposals. Perform quantity takeoffs for materials, labor, and subcontractor scopes.

Request pricing from vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors. Compare quotes and organize estimate information. Help calculate material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs. Track bid deadlines, revisions, addenda, and estimate updates. Communicate with internal team members to clarify scope, quantities, and project requirements.

Maintain organized records of estimates, vendor pricing, and project documents. Support project managers and senior team members as needed.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in construction estimating or a related construction role. Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and bid documents. Ability to assist with quantity takeoffs and cost estimates. Strong attention to detail and accuracy with numbers. Good organizational and time-management skills.

Proficiency with email, spreadsheets, and general computer tools. Strong communication skills. Ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines. Ability to work full-time in person in New York, NY.

Nice to Have

Experience with high-end residential, hospitality, interior construction, or luxury build-outs. Experience with Excel, Google Sheets, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Procore, or estimating software. Ability to read architectural or construction drawings. Familiarity with construction materials, trades, and subcontractor scopes. Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.

If you have at least 2 years of construction estimating experience and want to grow your career working on high-end residential and hospitality projects, we encourage you to apply.